Christopher Nolan is taking on one of history’s most legendary tales with The Odyssey, and Universal Pictures has just dropped the first look at Matt Damon as Odysseus. The epic adaptation of Homer’s classic poem is set to hit theaters on July 17, 2026.
A Star-Studded Cast & Nolan’s Biggest Epic Yet
Nolan has assembled a powerhouse ensemble, with Tom Holland, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Elliot Page, Benny Safdie, Jon Bernthal, John Leguizamo, and Mia Goth joining Damon. Their roles are still under wraps, but the cast alone hints at an ambitious and visually stunning spectacle.
Damon, who previously worked with Nolan on Interstellar and Oppenheimer, teased his involvement, saying, “I literally have an odyssey in front of me.”
IMAX, Innovation, and Homer’s Legendary Story
Shot with cutting-edge IMAX technology, The Odyssey promises to be a groundbreaking cinematic event. Given Nolan’s track record of reinventing genres—from war (Dunkirk) to biopics (Oppenheimer)—his take on Odysseus’ perilous journey home from Troy is set to redefine the ancient epic for modern audiences.
With cyclopes, sirens, sea monsters, and gods standing in his way, expect Nolan’s signature blend of high-concept storytelling and visceral action to bring Greek mythology to life like never before.
Release Date & Anticipation
The Odyssey arrives in theaters on July 17, 2026, and if Nolan’s past successes are any indication, it will be one of the most talked-about films of the decade.
